The incumbent Bono East Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Unas Owusu, has lost his re-election bid after being defeated by Ali Abubakari Donkor in the party's regional executive elections.
Mr Donkor polled 155 votes to unseat Mr Owusu, who obtained 118 votes, while a third contender, Baba Shaibu, secured 107 votes.
The results gave Mr Donkor a 37-vote lead over the incumbent, ushering in a change in the leadership of the party in the region.
Mr Donkor will lead the newly elected regional executives in managing the affairs of the party and coordinating its organisational activities and grassroots mobilisation across the region.
Incumbent Communications Officer retains seat
In the contest for the Regional Communications Officer position, the incumbent, Sulemana Bakariwie Mustapha, retained his seat after polling 251 votes to defeat his two challengers, Emmanuel Quarshie, who had 83 votes, and Simons Yussif Kewura, 48 votes.
Other Winners
Other winners included Samari Abdulai, who was elected Regional Secretary; Obeng Agyenim Boateng, Regional Youth Organiser; and Prince Opoku Mensah, Regional Organiser.
Frank Adjei and Yaa Frimpomaa Maya were also elected Regional Women's Organiser and Regional Treasurer, respectively.
